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the use of satellites to obtain pictures and information about the Earth

1 small or limited in size, area, or amount:

It's difficult trying to work in such a restricted space.

2 limited or controlled, especially by laws or rules:
Access to these premises is restricted.
Press freedom is severely restricted.

(adjective)

deep-rooted also deeply rooted

a deep-rooted habit, idea, belief etc is so strong in a person or society that it is very difficult to change or destroy it [↪ deep-seated]:

a deep-rooted suspicion of lawyers

S

spread over a wide area or over a long period of time

the part of a country that is near the sea

the eastern seaboard of the US

appearing to have a particular quality, when this may or may not be true [= apparently]:

The new minister was faced with a seemingly impossible task.

a piece of equipment used for discovering the presence of light, heat, movement etc

capteur (fr.)

[uncountable and countable noun]

an ability to do something well, especially because you have learned and practised it [↪ talent]:

Reading and writing are two different skills.

Many jobs today require computer skills.

skill in/at

He was valued for his skill in raising money for the company.

develop/acquire/learn a skill

opportunities to acquire new skills

with skill

The whole team played with great skill and determination.

technical/management/practical etc skill

the kinds of communication skills required of teachers

Students need to possess certainbasic skillsby the time they finish school.

beautiful and impressive [= magnificent]

[countable noun]

a line with irregular curves:

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